Spokeswoman Hillary Zody says some people might not even notice the difference.

"It would be very difficult to tell that it's not a real tree. Other than the needles not falling and the scent is not there, of course," says Zody.

She also says artificial trees are convenient and cost-effective.

"One of the beauties for businesses like Macy's is that it can be bought in three-foot sections, so you can add to it, grow it each year as the budget allows and they'll last for years and years," says Zody.